18 June 2026
FY27 INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP RENEWALS
Partnership renewal invoices for the 2026/27 financial year have now been issued and should be in your inbox.
Thank you to our valued Partners who continue to invest in and support the Gold Coast visitor economy through their partnership with EGC. We greatly appreciate your ongoing commitment.
A friendly reminder that payment is due by 30 June 2026. Partners who pay by this date will automatically go into the draw to win a $500 VISA Gift Card and a double pass to Pacific Airshow Gold Coast.
Please note that our merchant details have recently changed, so be sure to use the payment details listed on your invoice.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your renewal, please contact the Industry Partnerships team at industrypartnerships@experiencegoldcoast.com.
A SUCCESSFUL EGC INDUSTRY UPDATE BREAKFAST
Last Wednesday, the Industry Partnerships team welcomed more than 300 Industry Partners and stakeholders from across the visitor economy to the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort for a morning of connection, collaboration and industry insights.
Attendees received updates from John and the EGC team, including the launch of the Gold Coast Destination Management Plan 2026-2032, reflections on EGC’s 50-year milestone, student employability initiatives, and a City Leaders Panel discussion.
Following the breakfast, eager Partners joined our Marketing Masterclass, delivered by EGC’s Marketing team and special guests, gaining valuable insights and practical takeaways.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the event such a success - we look forward to continuing to grow the Gold Coast visitor economy together! Photos from the event can be viewed here.
QTIC FUTURE READY WEBINAR SERIES: STRENGTHENING TOURISM THROUGH RECONCILIATION ACTION PLANS
Join QTIC for a free, one-hour webinar designed for tourism businesses, industry professionals, and leaders committed to meaningful change.
This session will explore how Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) can strengthen the tourism industry and enhance cultural integrity, visitor experiences, and First Nations storytelling.
Hear from industry experts as they share practical guidance on:
- The role of reconciliation in tourism and its impact on visitor experience
- How to get started with a Reconciliation Action Plan
- What’s required to build and implement a successful, considered approach
- Developing respectful, co-designed partnerships with First Nations communities
Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Location: Online
GOLD COAST AVIATION SOARS WITH TWO LANDMARK INTERNATIONAL MILESTONES
The return of Qantas' Auckland service and the launch of Fiji Airways' direct connection to Nadi represent significant milestones in strengthening the Gold Coast's global connectivity and supporting the continued growth of the visitor economy, through the gateway to our city, Gold Coast Airport.
As New Zealand remains our largest international visitor market, the return of Qantas International delivers greater choice, enhanced connectivity and a premium business class offering on the airport's busiest international route. The three-times-weekly service adds more than 52,000 seats annually and supports continued growth across tourism, business events, trade and investment.
Building on last week's milestone arrival of Fiji Airways' inaugural service from Nadi, Gold Coast Airport has established a new gateway connecting the Gold Coast with Fiji and key North American markets. Joined by Fiji Airways Managing Director and CEO Paul Scurrah AM and Fiji's Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka, the occasion highlighted the strength of the Pacific partnership and the growing international appeal of the Gold Coast.
A fantastic achievement made possible through the strategic partnership of EGC, Qantas, Fiji Airways, Gold Coast Airport, the Queensland Government, Tourism and Events Queensland and the City of Gold Coast, all committing to growing connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for our city.
SEAFIRE 2026 – SURFERS PARADISE
SeaFire returns to the stunning shores of Surfers Paradise Beach on Saturday 20 June 2026, bringing the Gold Coast’s very own international fireworks competition back to the coastline. Presented by the City of Gold Coast, this free, family-friendly event showcases world-class pyrotechnics set against an iconic beachfront backdrop.
This year, Team Canada will go head-to-head with Team Poland, before an unmissable Australian finale lights up the sky.
Fireworks Times
- 6:00pm – Team Canada
- 7:00pm – Team Poland
- 8:00pm – Australian Finale
For more information search SeaFire 2026 on Facebook.
45 BY 45 ECOTOURISM EOI OPEN NOW
Queensland is on a mission to become the world’s leading ecotourism destination by 2045 through the 45 by 45 initiative and the Gold Coast is a key part of this mission. Your project could be part of this vision, from eco-accommodation and nature-based adventures to new immersive Indigenous eco-experiences.
The Queensland Government is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from operators, investors and First Nations ecotourism groups to submit their innovative, high-quality, low-impact ecotourism projects for the chance to be considered as one of Queensland’s prestigious 45 by 45 projects.
Submit your EOI and be part of the Destination 2045 vision.
QTIC FUTURE READY WEBINAR: BRISBANE 2032 – A GAMES FOR QUEENSLAND
With just over six years until the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, it’s an important time for Queensland’s tourism industry to focus on planning and preparation to help maximise the opportunities for the state before, during and after the Games.
Join this exclusive QTIC member-only webinar to hear from the Brisbane Organising Committee for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Director of Community Affairs, Dominique Lamb, will provide an update on Games planning and preparations to date, outline key areas of work currently underway, and highlight opportunities for QTIC members to get involved.
The session will also include a facilitated Q&A with QTIC CEO Natassia Wheeler, offering members the chance to put forward key questions and hear directly from Games representatives.
Date: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Online
Source: CoStar. Data correct as at 18 June 2026
PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Each fortnight, we’ll profile an EGC Partner- giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the businesses driving the Gold Coast visitor economy!
DRACULA’S
How would you describe your business and what you offer to someone new to the Gold Coast?
Imagine a three-course dinner, live variety show, comedy, aerial acrobatics, and a ghost train - all inside a gothic mansion in the heart of Broadbeach. That's a Tuesday at Dracula's. We're a dinner and show experience unlike anything else in Australia - open five nights a week - and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Guests come in not quite knowing what to expect, and leave as newly converted super-fans.
What sets your business apart within the Gold Coast tourism industry?
Dracula's is the place visitors discover when they want a night that's slightly unhinged, unpredictable, and completely unlike their day. While the Coast does sunshine, Dracula's does nighttime chaos - and together they make for a pretty unbeatable trip.
What’s a fun or lesser-known fact about your business or team?
Every 18 months, we tear it all down and start again. New show, new sets, new costumes - all designed and built in-house by our own writers and production team. Everything you see on our stage exists because someone here dreamed it up and built it from scratch.
What do you enjoy most about being part of the Gold Coast tourism community?
The moment someone who's never heard of us walks out after the show with that look on their face - equal parts delighted and slightly bewildered. We get to be the unexpected highlight of people's Gold Coast trip, and there's nothing quite like that.
PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS
SUIT UP FOR DC SUPER HEROES AND SUPER-VILLAINS!
Fight like Supergirl, or embrace your inner Joker as DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains returns to Warner Bros. Movie World from 27 June to 19 July! Supergirl is back from her cross-galaxy vacation with a new look (and attitude) to team up with the Super Heroes and help save the day! Experience action-packed street shows, an epic daily parade, electrifying entertainment, and meet (or plot with) your favourite DC icons! Plus, brave the iconic SCOOBY-DOO! Spooky Coaster and witness the all-new Spy Chase Stunt Show. Suit up and join the battle these school holidays, for a limited time only!
VIEW THE 4 JUNE 2026 VISITOR ECONOMY UPDATE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.